Your 1:7 scale Formula 1 Racing Car In the magazine: RC cars and

Your 1:7 scale
Formula 1 Racing Car
In the magazine: RC cars
and the world of Formula 1
Radio-controlled nitro model of
Red Bull Racing’s championship-winning RB7
The story of Red Bull Racing, fascinating F1
facts and full model assembly instructions
ASSEMBLY
GUIDE
INSIDE F1
01
Place the
centre front
shown,
on the lower
wing (2),
as
front wing
centres
of the two
(1). The
wing
flush with
each other. parts should rest
02
2011 Regulations
a screwd
river.
Melbourne instead. Although Red Bull was the only
one of the big teams not to use KERS, Sebastian
There were a number of changes to the FIA technical
Vettel led from pole and only relinquished the lead
regulations for the 2011 season. These are the highlights:
for three laps after a pitstop. He then took the lead
GEARBOX The minimum period of use for a gearbox was
again and crossed the finishing line an impressive 22
increased from four to five race weekends.
seconds ahead of McLaren driver Lewis Hamilton.
AERODYNAMICS The F-duct, operated manually by the
driver, was now banned, along with the double diffuser.
earning useful championship points for himself and
Behind them, Mark Webber finished in fifth place,
Each fully illustrated magazine is packed with useful
information for all fans of motor racing and radio-controlled
models, while the Assembly Guide leads you step by step
from your first components to your first test drive. There are
expert tips, tricks and know-how for the RC model build, and
a wealth of information about Formula 1 racing.
RADIO CONTROLLED • BUILD IT YOURSELF • NITRO ENGINE
T H E S E R I E S AT A G L A N C E
Instead, the regulations permitted the use of the Drag
Reduction System (DRS), which enabled the angle of the
Assembly Guide:
The easy-to-follow model building guide provides
detailed descriptions and illustrations of the
components and their functions, and gives a clear
explanation of each phase of the assembly process.
RC CAR WORLD
CAR TECH
04
14
Sebastian Vettel drove his RB7 flawlessly to win the 2011
drivers’ title with four races to spare. He started from pole in 15 of
05
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wing is clearlyend of the first stage
the season’s 19 events, and during races the distance between him
of the assem
visible. Store
his pursuing rivals was normally ten seconds or more.
will needed
bly,and
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bly, as well
teristic shape
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was convinced that Rear
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nents cannot in
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Paul di
Resta, then the current
be lost.
and operate via
horizontally
road cars – are installed
wishbones.
them to the suspension
pushrods that link
and fast drifts
allows hot burnouts
The rear-wheel drive
drive cars,
possible with four-wheel
that would not be
1 feeling and
an ‘authentic’ Formula
and this provides
The rear
pleasure on the circuit.
long-lasting driving
traction of the
in size, deliver the
onto the rear diffuser to increasetyres,
its effi90
ciency
– hailed
x 52mm
stiff,
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together with the
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The regulations had also been changed.
inbox
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part of the season asGX-21
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engine
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front tyres,
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and the 90 x 45mm
from Red Bull designer Adrian Newey
–
was
forbidden
Constructors had to do without the aerodynamic
chassis
ed
well-balanc
Fuel tank plastic
cornering.
advantages of the F-duct, originally conceived
by
for the second half of the season.give your RB7 optimal stability when
Input gear
is provided
decelerate
to
ability
McLaren. Instead, the FIA stipulated that in 2011
The all-important
train, which
head
built into the drive
PUBLISHED WEEKLY A GREAT START TO THE aSEASON
drivers would be allowed to changePush-rodthe angle of the
lly designed cylinder
central disc brake,
by
the
if
But
fins, the aerodynamica
car.
absorber
of the
under all driving
With its large
The first race of the season was originally
scheduled
upper plane of the rear wing onshock
predefined straight
of the GX-21 engine
the two rear wheels
the
perfect cooling
slows down
or
seen in front of
ensures
in a collision
involved
During a pitstop,
Red Bull’s highly skilled
team of mechanics
–
recoil starter be
The knob of the
faithful
to be
the Bahrain Grand Prix, but because
of nonetheles
political s beseen
sections of track. This would open up a slot in the
Tires and rims
car should
here in actionand
in Turkey
change all four
wheels
toughin 2011 – canconditions.
head on the right.
chassis
to the original look
cylinder
on the car and send it on its way again in under
three seconds.
unrest in the Gulf kingdom the event
was held
in track, the strong
wing, reducing the downforce and associated drag
off the
swerve
front as its big
suffering any
ic benefits at the
will prevent it from
the same aerodynam
racing bodywork
is also little
its size, the rear wing
brother. Apart from
major damage.
the Red Bull
Similarly,
cousin.
larger
different from its
e stickers, is
the form of self-adhesiv
Additional wings
logo, supplied in
THE BODYWORK
detail.
follows
model
the original in every
of the Red Bull RB7
an exact replica of
The appearance
detail. It is
model to the smallest
that of its great role
OL SYSTEM
was specifically
racing body that
THE REMOTE CONTR
supplied with a robust
Kyosho Syncro
and it will survive
controlled using a
on the racetrack
The RB7 model is
designed for use
pulses
with its
system. The signal
damage. Complete
digital remote control
minor collisions without
and brake are
racer is 689 x 250
steering, throttle
model
the 1:7-scale RB7
D WEEKLY
controlling the model’s
body, the size of
to operate only with
you
PUBLISHE
course of the series,
The engine is designed
to the model by radio.
cent. It is not
In addition, in the
transmitted
delivery
per
25
even
150mm.
to
2.4GHz
x
an
15
display
content
, which ensures
unit operates in the
to buy an inexpensive
fuels with a nitro
16mm respectively
The remote control
bearings
will have the opportunity
fuels.
through an
crankshaft’s multiple
for use with other
be fitted onto the
signals to the car
can
its
suitable
This
sends
and
of power, while the
model.
band
d and
body for your
system, a
steps, and it is
the technically sophisticate
Unlike an analogue
in just a few simple
reduce wear and
integrated antenna.
chassis of the car
RB7 down
quartz crystal, and
no
cylinder head provides
Webber’s
requires
Mark
aluminium
of
ic
body
aerodynam
digital remote control
its proven chassis,
delivers great
an exact replica the
with the remote
will make
of the RB7 model,
The high engine power
the vehicle links up
The centrepiece
The display bodywork
excellent cooling.
after switching on,
s so that the
This
to the smallest detail.
as at higher speeds
adjustment
signal.
well
us
as
optional
standstill
of an unambiguo
provides many
a star in any showcase.
acceleration from
matched to a
control by means
opposition.
the Red Bull RB7
car can be precisely
very much the
with other radio control
fear into the stiffest
performance of the
the RB7 model is
– enough to strike
prevents any interference
having to
The front wing of
to the personal preferences
pistol grip remote
that car, the
transmission saves
is controlled by a
full-size car. Like
specific track or according
The single-speed
ensures
clearance and
systems. The car
same as that of Webber’s
the lower end of
s to the engine and,
example, the ground
wings above the
remote controls,
of the driver. For
ces
effective cascade
make complex adjustment
e on
control. Unlike stick
model features two
to the individual circumstan
its optimum performanc
therefore enjoys
track can be adapted
wing. The mini racer
and
that the engine achieves
hydraulic
ends of the main
The car has four
engine by a clutch
the
to
circuits.
race
of different
the track. It is connected
to those of
reduce
mance plastic to
which – in contrast
shock absorbers,
is made of solid high-perfor
wear on the gears.
DTM (Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters) touring car
champion. The Force India management, and many
Lever for
recoil
GX-21-Motor
other people in the sport, expected great things from
Constructors’ Championship
this promising young Scotsman.
RB7
RB7
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DOUBLE WORLD CHAMPIONS:
RED BULL RACING AND THE 2011 F1 SEASON
THE RED BULL RACING RB7 AT A GLANCE
THE FIRST COMPONENTS FOR YOUR RB7
RC Car World:
This part of the magazine contains three fascinating
sections packed with in-depth information:
Car-Tech: All you need to know about your model.
Red Bull RB7 – including technical data, individual
functions and the radio control system.
Car Tips: Check out this section for advice and tips
on maintaining, tuning and racing your model.
Car Track: The exciting world of model car building,
and the circuits and other venues where you can
drive and race your Red Bull RB7.
11
S:
CHAMPION
WORLD
SEASON
DOUBLE
2011 F1
AND THE
L RACING
GLANCE
RED BUL
RB7 AT A
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BULL RAC
THE RED
YOUR RB7
NTS FOR
COMPONE
THE FIRST
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es
Formula 1, and explore that pinnacle of world motor
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is
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One or more components for your Red Bull Racing RB7.
All parts are made exclusively by Kyosho, who developed
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A 16-page magazine with easy-to-follow, step-by-step
instructions for assembling your RB7, plus comprehensive
information about Formula 1 and building RC models.
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rear wing to be adjusted to reduce its downforce and drag,
Fix the endpla
three 1.4
te
x 4mm screws to the wing with
the three
. Fix them
holes on
into
the unders
Repeat
steps 03
ide (arrows
and 04 on
).
the right
side.
RB7
Build and drive your own RB7
Spectacular performance from world-class engineering
1:7 scale radio-controlled nitro model of
Red Bull Racing’s championship-winning RB7
Technical specifications of the model:
Scale: 1:7
Engine: GX21
Length: 689mm
Displacement: 3.49cc
Width: 250mm
Fuel tank: approx. 95cc
Wheelbase: 452mm
Even as a model-making novice, you
can assemble this unique RC model of
the Red Bull Racing RB7 2011 Formula 1
car. In 100 issues, we provide you with
detailed, easy-to-follow, step-by-step
instructions and all the components you
need to build your own radio-controlled
Red Bull Racing RB7.
Drive, brake and suspension:
Rear-wheel drive
Transmission via propshaft
and bevel-gear differential
Disc brake
Independent suspension
RB7-001
Sophisticated design for optimal
performance
Precision-engineered
components
1:7 SCALE
NITRO POWERED RC RACE CAR
Top-quality components
from Kyosho
FREE
FRONT UPPER WING (R)
to subscribers
YOUR
REMOTE CONTROL
FRONT UPPER WING (L)
SCREWS
FRONT MIDDLE WING
Powerful nitro engine for breathtaking performance
FRONT LOWER WING
Includes both a race body and a display body
Unique driving experience
The high-performance nitro engine and the sophisticated, ultra-rigid
chassis that you assemble yourself, along with the aerodynamic wings and
bodywork, give you a world-class drive. Whether you‘re a beginner or an
expert, you‘ll be amazed at how easy and realistic this model is to control!
Official, exclusively
licensed RC model
In terms of performance and quality, your model of the
In addition, you will receive:
Red Bull Racing RB7 is in the same class as Mark Webber’s
A rugged Lexan body for the RB7 chassis,
and Sebastian Vettel’s 2011 F1 car. Your racer was
tuned for racing on the track
manufactured exclusively for De Agostini by Kyosho,
A beautifully detailed display body for the RB7,
the leading manufacturer of remote-controlled vehicles,
for use when you aren’t racing
and developed under licence from Red Bull. You can now
are
Full
assembly instructions,
plus in-depth
build and race a 1:7 scale model of Mark Webber’s 2011 Red Bull Trademarks
licensed by Red Bull GmbH/Austria.
Made in China
information
about
Formula
1
and RC models
racing car on the track!
FRONT WING END PLATE (R)
FRONT WING END PLATE (L)
STICKER
FRONT WING BOTTOM PLATE (R)
FRONT WING BOTTOM PLATE (L)
The RC system of your RB7
model is compatible
with many commercial
remote controls. In the
course of the collection,
we will be offering you the
opportunity to buy a Kyosho
2.4GHz digital remote
control at a special
price. FREE to
subscribers.
The publisher reserves the right to deliver the components in a modified version, or in a different order.
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